Collins Middle School

29 Highland Avenue
Salem, MA 01970
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2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, Collins Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 611 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Collins Middle School's student population of 611 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
611 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring learners, strengthening community and shaping the future

School Rankings

Collins Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Collins Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1400 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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18%
42%
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24%
44%
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25-29%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
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Asian
3%
8%
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Hispanic
45%
26%
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Black
7%
10%
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White
40%
51%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.64
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(22-23)
25%
22.8%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Collins Middle School's ranking?
Collins Middle School is ranked #1400 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Collins Middle School often compared to?
Collins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltonstall School, Salem Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Collins Middle School?
611 students attend Collins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Collins Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Collins Middle School?
Collins Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Collins Middle School offer ?
Collins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Collins Middle School part of?
Collins Middle School is part of Salem School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 611 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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